Maryland Economic Development Association (MEDA)

WBC: Advanced Technology Series Free Introductory Panel Session
2017-03-23 10:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | Maryland Women Business Center, 51 Monroe Street, Suite PE-20, Rockville, MD, 20850, United States
If you are a seed, early stage or start-up high technology company in the areas of Life Sciences, Biotech, Alternative Energy or Cyber Security, then you do not want to miss this seminar.
This year the MWBC is rolling out a new Advanced Technology Program, and we want you to join us for our FREE introductory session on the resources that will help you grow.
We will feature a panel discussion with representatives from TEDCO, MTECH, and MD Department of Commerce to discuss competition, alternate sources of funding, tech transfer/licensing, and commercialization. Also to be featured are incubator programs and their services in Montgomery, Frederick and Prince George’s Counties.
This informative seminar will acquaint you with resources and programs that will help lay out a strategic approach for your company to take it to the next level.
Go to www.marylandwbc.org for more information and push the big blue button to register.
Maryland Women’s Business Center
Thursday, March 23
10:00am – 12:00pm
51 Monroe Street, Suite PE-20
Rockville, MD
Registration Policies:
Registration and Fees: Payment of seminar fees may be made online via our secure site. Payment must be received to guarantee your space in an event.
Refund Policy: Note our Policy: We are not able to offer refunds for workshops not attended.
Registration closes at 5:00pm EST on the business day prior to the event. Please complete your registration as soon as possible to assure a seat.

Tech Entrepreneurship & Funding One-on-One Business Clinic
2017-03-22 12:00 - 17:00 | Bowie Business Innovation Center located at Bowie State University, 14000 Jericho Park Road, Suite 2312, Bowie, MD, 20715, United States
March 22, 2017
12:00 pm to 5:00 pm
McKeever Conwell joined the Maryland Technology Development Corp (TEDCO), as the deal team coordinator and portfolio manager. He is responsible for evaluating initial applications to TEDCO, through its Seed Investment Fund, while sourcing new companies and being an active participant in Maryland’s technology ecosystem. Prior to joining TEDCO, Conwell founded two startups and participated in three business accelerators. He also worked as a software developer for more than 11 years and studied at Morgan State University.
Meet with Maryland TEDCO’s Mac Conwell. to discuss your technology business ideas. If you need pre-seed funding for your technology-based business idea, Conwell can brief you on the new Minority Business Pre-seed Fund, which is a partnership between TEDCO and Harbor Bank Community Development Corp. Discussion topics:

Who is eligible
How to apply
What to expect if awarded the $40,000

Get help walking through the application process. If you want to review the program please go the program’s webpage here http://tedco.md/program/minority-business-pre-seed-fund-mbpf/. Applications for the first round close April 1st.
To Request a One-on-One meeting contact:
Crystal.Clark@BowieBIC.com
Bowie Business Innovation Center
The Bowie Business Innovation Center (Bowie BIC) is a business accelerator and collaborative work space for government contractors and technology companies.
Headquartered at the Bowie State University Center for Business, Bowie BIC helps entrepreneurs focus on business. We offer access to a mentoring network, plus training and practical business support to accelerate business growth. We also have infrastructure, such as co-working space, private offices, conference rooms and access to event spaces.
Bowie BIC provides a number of experiential learning opportunities for students at Bowie State University through internships and other business-related activities.
Bowie BIC also offers business education, training and networking activities to the entrepreneurs and small businesses in Prince George’s County.

Info Session on TEDCO & HarborBank CDC Minority Business Pre-seed Fund #1
2017-03-22 | Bowie Business Innovation Center located at Bowie State University, 14000 Jericho Park Road, Bowie, MD, 20715, United States
Come learn about the new Minority Business Pre-seed Fund, which is a partnership between TEDCO and Harbor Bank Community Development Corp. During the session we will discuss::

Who is eligible
How to apply
What to expect if awarded the $40,000
Answer any questions you may have.

DATE AND TIME
Wed, March 22, 2017 Wed, March 22, 2017
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM Or 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM
Click Here to Register Click Here to Register
*Registration is free for these events above
We will also walk through the application to help individual navigate the application itself. If you want to review the program please go to the program’s webpage here http://tedco.md/program/minority-business-pre-seed-fund-mbpf/. Applications for the first round close April 1st.
MAC CONWELL
McKeever Conwell joined the Maryland Technology Development Corp, as the deal team coordinator and portfolio manager. He is responsible for evaluating initial applications to TEDCO, through its Seed Investment Fund, while sourcing new companies and being an active participant in Maryland’s technology ecosystem. Prior to joining TEDCO, Conwell founded two startups and went through three business accelerators. He also worked as a software developer for more than 11 years and studied at Morgan.
Parking:
Enter Bowie State University from 197. Turn left at the stop sign. Turn right into Lot O. Park in any unmarked space. There will be no need for parking passes as parking restrictions will be lifted for the event.

Maryland MEP Training Event: ISO 14001 TRAINING
2017-03-16 08:00 - 09:00 | Maryland Manufacturing Extension Partnership, 8894 Stanford Blvd. Suite 304, Columbia, MD, 21045, United States
Description

Environmental management systems based on the international ISO 14001 standard help organizations systematically identify, measure and manage their environmental impacts. Among some of the benefits of implementing these systems are improved communications; improved efficiency; reduced costs; and increased consistency of results. An EMS also helps to overcome barriers to organizational change; increases top management participation and involvement in day-to-day activities; and helps to resolve and prioritize organizational issues. Organizations that have implemented EMSs have noted improvements in their environmental regulatory compliance; environmental awareness, involvement, and competency throughout the organization; and in their relationships with environmental regulators.
Intended Audience: Decision Makers

Cost: $35 per person

Maryland MEP Training Event: Exceptional Leader Training - Baltimore
2017-03-14 14:30 - 17:00 | Manufacturing Facilities Around Baltimore, Baltimore , MD, United States
Description

The Exceptional Leader program is a high-impact, comprehensive, six month leadership mastery program geared toward established and emerging leaders and is ideal for supervisors, managers, and project managers. This program is designed to upgrade the management skills of leaders and dramatically increase their effectiveness.
Participants will meet twice each month from 2:30 – 5:00
Topics include:

Module 1: Time management and productivity
Module 2: Leadership coaching skills and performance management
Module 3: Engaging and recognizing employees
Module 4: Crucial conversations and communication in the workplace
Module 5: Effective delegation, holding people accountable and driving consistent results
Module 6: Leading at a higher level

This program has proven to be successful because the leaders have an opportunity to learn over the course of six months rather than all at once. This allows your leaders to go away each month and implement new skills deliberately and get the support they need along the way. Our program includes homework and accountability to ensure your leaders are applying their learning. This is truly an active and participatory workshop rather than a class where leaders are just learning principles and theory.
Session Dates

Planning & Productivity – March 14, 2017
Planning & Productivity – March 28, 2017
Coaching & Developing – April 11, 2017
Coaching & Developing – April 25, 2017
Engaging Employees – May 9, 2017
Engaging Employees – May 23, 2016
Crucial Conversations – June 13, 2017
Crucial Conversations – June 27, 2017
Accountability & Results – July 11, 2017
Accountability & Results – July 25, 2017
Leading at a Higher Level – August 8, 2017
Leading at a Higher Level – August 22, 2017

Cost
$2,500
**This training is eligible for MD MEP’s Incumbent Worker Funding! All participants will be reimbursed $1,000 upon completion of this training**
Full payment for leadership training is due prior to the second class.

MC Presidential Dialogue Series
2017-03-08 19:00 - 21:00 | Theatre Arts Arena, 51 Mannakee Street , Rockville , MD, 20850, United States
Who: Chief Tom Manger, President of the Major Cities Chiefs Association
When: Thursday March 9, 2017 7 PM
Where: Rockville Campus
Theatre Arts Arena
51 Mannakee Street
Rockville, Maryland 20850
Description: Civil discourse is a practice that strengthens civil society because it opens lines of contact and communication, and builds relationships. In the wake a year marked by public incivility in politics, strained relationships in law enforcement, and violence that has planted suspicion across racial difference, more than ever our communities need to build bridges of understanding. A series of conversations led by MC President DeRionne Pollard will attempt to do that. The series will invite three experts in their fields, to provoke dialogue that is inclusive, intelligent, and civil. By welcoming community members, students, faculty, staff and elected officials, we invite all interested participants to join our engagement efforts to challenge misperceptions, interrogate contradictions, and explore solutions to community problems that respect all parties.
Proposed Invitees: College community; local community members; co-sponsors’ contacts; MCPS folks; donors

3rd Annual University of Maryland Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Real Estate Awards
2017-03-07 18:00 - 21:00 | Riggs Alumni Center, University of Maryland, Prince George’s County, College Park, MD, 20742, United States
New this year, special table pricing is available for the Annual Innovation & Entrepreneurship Awards! Purchase a table for 10 and bring your clients and colleagues. It is a really fun night with drinks, great food, music and celebrating the industry and our honorees! All money raised goes to MRED scholarships! Open to the public. Deadline for registration is February 27.

3rd Annual Awards Registration Link

The 3rd Annual Innovation & Entrepreneurship in Real Estate Awards will take place on March 7, 2017 with keynote speaker Daniel Sieberg from Google and author of the Digital Diet along with a special presentation by Ken Ulman on College Park’s redevelopment projects. Please join Dean Sonia Hirt, Architecture, Planning & Preservation, Dean Alexander Triantis, Smith School of Business, and Dean Daryll Pines, Clark School of Engineering, as we recognize the contributions of our honorees towards innovation and entrepreneurship in Real Estate Development.
KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Daniel Sieberg,
Senior Marketing Manager at Google & Author of Digital Diet

PLUS
A special presentation by Ken Ulman on College Park’s redevelopment projects
HONOREES:
Elinor Bacon | Owner & President, ER Bacon Development, LLC
Davor Kapelina | Founder, President & CEO, AtSite, Inc.
Doug Lashley | Managing Member & CEO, GreenVest
Scott Plank | Founder & Principal, WarHorse LLC

Maryland MEP Training Event: LEAN MANUFACTURING TRAINING
2017-03-06 08:30 - 16:00 | Manufacturing Facilities Around Baltimore, Baltimore , MD, United States
Description
MD MEP and Transformation Solutions, Inc. are excited to partner to bring 3 new process improvement courses to the Maryland market. Each course will provide participants the opportunity to learn, apply and measure productivity improvements in various areas of the manufacturing operations. The Lean Manufacturing course will provide a foundation on the principles of Lean Manufacturing as well as the framework to apply these lessons within their production environment. Lean Office will take the same Lean Manufacturing concepts and help organizations apply them to the front office environment, focusing on improvements to the sales, administration and front office activities that often cause delays, overruns and excess work for companies. Finally, the maintenance management program offering will help companies apply Lean concepts and training to the maintenance activities within the organization.
Each course will meet 2x per week over a 4-week period for a total of 8 sessions. The courses are taught by the world-class instructors from Transformation Solutions. Each instructor brings a wealth of classroom training experience combined with real world industry expertise.
The objective of this training course is to:

Train participants on the types of lean manufacutring and the impact on operations effectiveness and productivity.
Provide participants a solid foundation in sound manufacturing practices and skills for operating the plant in accordance with Lean Manufacturing concepts.
Improve individual professional skills relating to operating and managing the plant production processes.

Goals

Improve productivity
Improve schedule effectiveness
Improve communications between parties
Improve response to customer needs
Improve inventory management
Manage manufacturing costs

Cost
$3,200
**This training is eligible for MD MEP’s Incumbent Worker Funding! All participants can be reimbursed up to 50% of the training costs, upon completion of the course.**
For more information, please contact Kerry Wells: kwells@mdmep.org

Maryland MEP Training Event: Lean Office
2017-03-06 08:30 - 16:00 | Manufacturing Facilities Around Baltimore, Baltimore , MD, United States
Description
MD MEP and Transformation Solutions, Inc. are excited to partner to bring 3 new process improvement courses to the Maryland market. Each course will provide participants the opportunity to learn, apply and measure productivity improvements in various areas of the manufacturing operations. The Lean Manufacturing course will provide a foundation on the principles of Lean Manufacturing as well as the framework to apply these lessons within their production environment. Lean Office will take the same Lean Manufacturing concepts and help organizations apply them to the front office environment, focusing on improvements to the sales, administration and front office activities that often cause delays, overruns and excess work for companies. Finally, the maintenance management program offering will help companies apply Lean concepts and training to the maintenance activities within the organization.
Each course will meet 2x per week over a 4-week period for a total of 8 sessions. The courses are taught by the world-class instructors from Transformation Solutions. Each instructor brings a wealth of classroom training experience combined with real world industry expertise.
The objective of this training course is to:

Educate participants on the concepts of lean office and the impace on operations support, customer and productivity.
Provide participants a solid foundation in sound office practices and skills for supporting the plant operations in accordance with Lean Office practices.
Improve individual professional skills relating to managing and executing the lean office practices.

Goals

Improve productivity
Improve front office effectiveness
Improve communications between parties
Improve response to customer needs
Improve financial reporting
Mange front office costs

Cost
$3,200
**This training is eligible for MD MEP’s Incumbent Worker Funding! All participants can be reimbursed up to 50% of the training costs, upon completion of the course.**
Please note: the start date and time of this course will be determined once the course is filled.
For more information, please contact Kerry Wells: kwells@mdmep.org

Maryland MEP Training Event: MAINTENANCE MANAGEMENT TRAINING
2017-03-06 08:30 - 16:00 | Manufacturing Facilities Around Baltimore, Baltimore , MD, United States
Description
MD MEP and Transformation Solutions, Inc. are excited to partner to bring 3 new process improvement courses to the Maryland market. Each course will provide participants the opportunity to learn, apply and measure productivity improvements in various areas of the manufacturing operations. The Lean Manufacturing course will provide a foundation on the principles of Lean Manufacturing as well as the framework to apply these lessons within their production environment. Lean Office will take the same Lean Manufacturing concepts and help organizations apply them to the front office environment, focusing on improvements to the sales, administration and front office activities that often cause delays, overruns and excess work for companies. Finally, the maintenance management program offering will help companies apply Lean concepts and training to the maintenance activities within the organization.
Each course will meet 2x per week over a 4-week period for a total of 8 sessions. The courses are taught by the world-class instructors from Transformation Solutions. Each instructor brings a wealth of classroom training experience combined with real world industry expertise.
The objective of this training course is to:

Train participants on the types of maintenance and how each impact operations of borth maintenance and production organizations.
Provide participants a solid foundation in sound maitenance practices and skills for setting up a maintenance program to improve individual personal skills relating maintaining and managing the plant maintenance processes.

Goals

Improve productivity
Improve schedule effectiveness
Improve communications between parties
Improve response to customer needs
Improve equipment availability
Reduce runtime
Manage maintenance costs

Cost
$3,200
**This training is eligible for MD MEP’s Incumbent Worker Funding! All participants can be reimbursed up to 50% of the training costs, upon completion of the course.**
For more information, please contact Kerry Wells: kwells@mdmep.org

Maryland MEP Training Event: ISO 9001: 2015 TRAINING
2017-03-02 10:00 - 11:00 | Maryland Manufacturing Extension Partnership, 8894 Stanford Blvd. Suite 304, Columbia, MD, 21045, United States
DESCRIPTION

ISO 9001 is an international quality management standard that promotes customer satisfaction while meeting statutory and regulatory requirements. The standard is applicable to all product and/or service organizations regardless of size. This course provides a basic description of ISO 9001:2015 and is designed for organization managers. Participants completing the course will understand the benefits of registration, the critical elements of an ISO 9001 quality management system, the responsibilities of organization participants, the registration process, how to develop the system, and the costs to attain and maintain registration.
Intended Audience: Decision Makers
Cost: $35 per person

MC Presidential Dialogue Series
2017-02-28 19:00 - 21:00 | Cultural Arts Center, 7995 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, 20910, United States
Who: Pastors Chris and Dennis Wiley, Covenant Baptist United Church of Christ
When: Tuesday, February 28, 2017 7 PM
Where: Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus
Cultural Arts Center
7995 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring, Maryland 20910
Description:
Civil discourse is a practice that strengthens civil society because it opens lines of contact and communication, and builds relationships. In the wake a year marked by public incivility in politics, strained relationships in law enforcement, and violence that has planted suspicion across racial difference, more than ever our communities need to build bridges of understanding. A series of conversations led by MC President DeRionne Pollard will attempt to do that. The series will invite three experts in their fields, to provoke dialogue that is inclusive, intelligent, and civil. By welcoming community members, students, faculty, staff and elected officials, we invite all interested participants to join our engagement efforts to challenge misperceptions, interrogate contradictions, and explore solutions to community problems that respect all parties.
Proposed Invitees
College community; local community members; co-sponsors’ contacts; MCPS folks; donors

Maryland MEP Training: OSHA 30 TRAINING
2017-02-27 09:00 - 15:30 | Tenax Corporation, 4800 E Monument St, Baltimore, MD, 21205, United States
Your company’s leaders have the significant responsibility of providing a safe workplace for their employees. But while recognizing and preventing injuries is essential for all employees, supervisors also have obligations to maintain detailed records and undertake reporting to avoid infractions. Managers are also accountable for correcting safety concerns before they turn into preventable accidents. OSHA won’t accept “I didn’t know” or “that’s not my responsibility” as a resolution, nor will it provide any solace to an injured worker or their family. Do your leaders readily know what their safety responsibilities are?
Overview
The 30-hour course is a comprehensive safety program and is intended for supervisors, safety directors, and lead workers with safety responsibilities. This course is designed to provide information on OSHA compliance issues, record-keeping, and reporting, and to assist employers in training their employees on the practices of identifying, reducing, eliminating, and reporting workplace hazards. Students who successfully complete this course will receive an OSHA 30-Hour General Industry wallet card from the OSHA Training Institute (OTI).

While certain topics are required, this training can be customized to meet the specific needs of your organization.
Topic options can include the following:
Required Topics (13 hours total)

Introduction to OSHA and the OSH Act – (2 hours)
Electrical Hazards – (2 hours)
Exits Routes & Emergency Action Plans – (2 hours)
Hazard Communication – (1 hour)
Managing Safety & Health Programs – (2 hour)
Material Storage & handling – (2 hour)
Personal Protective Equipment – (1 hour)
Walking & Working Surfaces – (1 hour)

Elective Topics (17 hours total)

Asbestos Hazards
Basic Employee Safety Orientation
Basic Industrial Hygiene
Bloodborne Pathogens
Confined Spaces
Ergonomics
Hand & Power Tools
Hazardous Materials
HAZWOPER
Fall Hazards
Fire Prevention & Protection
Flammable Liquids
Lead Hazards
Lockout / Tagout Programs
Machine Guarding
Process Safety Management of Highly Hazardous Materials
Radiation Safety
Record Keeping & Reporting
Respiratory Protection
Toxic & Hazardous Substances
Welding, Cutting, & Brazing
Workplace Violence

Please Note: The 30-hour General Industry course is NOT equivalent to OSHA 511, and will not meet the prerequisites to take OSHA 501.
Cost:
$750.00
*Training is eligible for MD MEP’s Incumbent Worker Training Funds which can help offset up to 50% of the training costs.
Schedule:
This week long training will begin on Monday February 27th and take place from 9:00AM to 3:30PM!

February 27, 2017 (9:00am-3:30pm)
February 28,2017 (9:00am-3:30pm)
March 1, 2017 (9:00am-3:30pm)
March 2, 2017 (9:00am-3:30pm)
March 3, 2017 (9:00am-3:30pm)

For more information, please contact Kerry Wells: kwells@mdmep.org

IEDC: Marketing & Attraction
2017-02-23 08:00 - 2017-02-24 17:00
This hands-on course will review the fundamentals of developing and implementing a high-impact marketing and attraction plan. Businesses looking to locate or expand need accurate, up-to-date, and credible information and communities need rock-solid marketing techniques to reach the needs of the business community. Course participants will be able to learn how to craft their community’s message by learning about online marketing fundamentals, website design, and current trends in foreign direct investment. Participants will also explore various mediums of communication, including how to best utilize social media and other technologies as economic development marketing tools. Case studies and will highlight the dos and don’ts of economic development marketing and attraction.
Click here to learn more / register… http://www.iedconline.org/events/2017/02/23/training-course/training-course-economic-development-marketing-attraction/

BISNOW's Howard County Boom
2017-02-23 07:30 - 10:30 | One Merriweather Office Building, 10980 Grantchester Way, Columbia, MD, 21044, United States
Howard County Executive Allan Kittleman and Montgomery County Executive Isiah Leggett will discuss “Connecting Howard and Montgomery Counties and BRT” at BISNOW’s Howard County Boom on Thursday, February 23, 2017. Christopher Leinberger, Chair and Professor, Center for Real Estate and Urban Analysis at George Washington University will serve as the interviewer.
County Executives Kittleman and Leggett will address how US 29 BRT will improve transit options and unlock economic potential among key employment and innovation centers along the corridor.
Other topics to be covered during Howard County Boom include an update regarding the state of the commercial market in Howard County, along with a presentation from Howard County Economic Development Authority (HCEDA) CEO Lawrence Twele about the tools and resources being made available from Howard County for commercial real-estate professionals
Howard County Boom is organized by BISNOW, a nationwide publisher of commercial real estate and business news. Covering 26 metro areas in the US and Canada, BISNOW reports on trends and news through its online publications and newsletters as well as through special events held throughout the year.
What: BISNOW’s Howard County Boom
When: Thursday, February 23, 2017, 7:30 – 10:30 a.m.
County Executives’ Presentation on BRT: 8:45 – 9:05 a.m.
Remarks From HCEDA CEO Lawrence Twele: 9:05 – 9:15 a.m.
Where: One Merriweather Office Building, 10980 Grantchester Way, Columbia
Directions: Street address for event is not in Google maps. If using Google maps, please enter: “SE corner, Little Patuxent & Broken Land Parkways, Columbia, MD”
General directions: From Rt. 29, exit onto Broken Land Parkway and follow signs to Columbia Town Center. Travel about one mile and turn right onto Divided Sky Drive. Entrance to parking garage is immediately on the left.
Website: https://www.bisnow.com/events/washington-dc/Howard-County-Boom-635
About HCEDA: The Howard County Economic Development Authority is a public-private partnership whose primary goal is to promote economic growth and stability by supporting existing businesses, targeting new businesses, and attracting corporate/regional headquarters. The Authority also maintains several programs aimed at the special needs of small and agricultural businesses. Additionally, the Authority strives to preserve the distinctive quality of life in Howard County. The Authority can be reached at www.hceda.org.Media Contact:

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Brian Sheavly
Howard County Economic Development Authority
Office: (410) 313-6500
Cell: (443)-841-2265
bsheavly@hceda.org

MEDA Event: LinkedIn Workshop
2017-02-17 10:00 - 12:00 | Prince George’s County Economic Development Corporation, 1801 McCormick Drive, Suite 140, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
Propel Your Organization Using LinkedIn 30 Minutes Per Day
So many professionals are missing a great opportunity to increase their revenues by not using the #1 Social Media tool for Entrepreneurs, Business Owners, Sales Professionals, IT Professionals, and many other professions. In this workshop you will learn how to use LinkedIn 30 minute per day so you too can reap the many rewards this phenomenal social selling tool has to offer.
The following topics will be covered:
1.How to customize your profile
2.How to connect to potential new prospects
3.Powerful follow-up tips
4.Three things you must do everyday
5.How to share great content with your network

Maryland MEP Training: LEAN PEER GROUP – FREDERICK / WASHINGTON CO.
2017-02-09 11:30 - 16:30 | Various Maryland host/participant facilities
Description
The Maryland World Class Consortia’s Lean Peer Groups, in partnership with MD MEP, are designed to help participant organizations build active cultures of continuous improvement.
The peer group approach provides a unique and powerful way to share experiences and learn from others.
Participating company leaders from across the region work together to refine and reenergize their continuing Lean Transformations by networking with, and learning from, others in the regional group who are committed to developing a Lean culture. Lean Peer Group members assess their current conditions, learn how to address improvement opportunities, share experiences and information, learn from MWCC staff and guest speakers, and learn from other participants.
Lean Peer Groups are open to MWCC member organizations, as well as to non-members. Lean Peer Group participation includes a one-year complementary membership in the Maryland World Class Consortia.
Lean Peer Group Details
When: The Lean Peer Group – Frederick / Washington Counties start date will depend on when the group is filled.
Cost:
This training is eligible for MD MEP’s Incumbent Worker Training Funds which can help offset up to 50% of the training costs.
$2,000 – MWCC current member company, plus lunch when hosting the meeting.
$3,000 – MWCC non-member company, plus lunch when hosting the meeting.

Includes 10 monthly, 1⁄2 day meetings at participant companies, training, best practice discussions and facility tours. Registration also includes a complementary one-year membership in the Maryland World Class Consortia!

Register: Participation is limited to 9 companies; competitors will not be included in the same group. To yield the most benefit to both the participant and the group, all participants are encouraged to attend every meeting.

Please note: The Lean Peer Group – Frederick / Washington Counties start date and time will depend on when the group is filled. The current start date and time is tentative until the group is filled.
For more information, please contact Kerry Wells: kwells@mdmep.org

RMC: Rural Maryland Day 2017
2017-02-09 08:30 - 14:00 | Neall Conference Room, James Senate Building, 11 Bladen Street, Annapolis , MD, 21401, United States
Please join the RMC as we celebrate Rural Maryland Day on Thursday, February 9, 2017 in Annapolis. The RMC and rural advocates will meet with key legislators as we discuss the challenges facing our rural communities.
We will start the day by meeting in the Neall Conference Room in the James Senate Office Building, graciously sponsored by Senator James Mathias, at 8:30am for a short debriefing. Groups will then meet with legislators and staff in the Senate and House Buildings from 9am until 12:00pm. We will wrap-up the day by reconvening at Harry Browne’s Restaurant, located at 66 State Circle, for lunch.
Learn more about last year’s Rural Maryland Day here.
Please RSVP to participate here!
For questions about Rural Maryland Day, or if you would like to participate, please contact the RMC at 410.841.5772 or rmc.mda@maryland.gov.

Volunteer Maryland/Rural Maryland Council Information Session
2017-02-08 13:30 - 15:30 | Allegany College of Maryland, 12401 Willowbrook Road, Cumberland, MD, 21502, United States
Together, RMC and Volunteer Maryland will offer information sessions throughout the State for attendees to learn more about both organizations and the resources available to rural-serving organizations.
Come learn more about their programs and resources, including RMC’s  Maryland Agricultural Education and Rural Development Assistance Fund (MAERDAF) and Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF), and  Volunteer Maryland’s AmeriCorp service training program.
Join them at Allegany College of Maryland to learn about partnership with Volunteer Maryland as well as grants and other resources available through the Rural Maryland Council. This is also a great opportunity to connect with other organizations that engage volunteers and serve their communities. Register now! No paper tickets required.
For questions about the information sessions, please contact the RMC at 410.841.5772 or rmc.mda@maryland.gov.

Regional Manufacturing Institute's On The Road to M4.0
2017-02-03 08:00 - 10:00 | The Foundery – City Garage, 101 W. Dickman Street, Baltimore, MD, 21230-5003, United States
Public/Private Sector Resources That Drive M4.0 to Help You Succeed!
Innovation, IT, IoT, Big Data and Digital Technologies are the building blocks of M4.0. Maryland is a rich environment of Federal, State and private resources. Meet representatives of Maryland MEP, Fraunhofer USA, Maryland Commerce, and Companies and organizations that offer assistance with manufacturing 4.0. You will be able to match your needs to resources that provide solutions.
Hear from industry leaders who represent 4.0 strategies and technologies and take the next step. This is a matchup of resources to manufacturers serious about adopting new digital, laser and software technologies.

Guest Speakers:
Mike Kelleher – MD-MEP*: Provides expert consultants on 4.0 technologies and strategies. MD-MEP has assisted hundreds of companies across the state to be more competitive. RMI is a partner of MD-MEP bringing services to manufacturers.
Joyce LaPadula* – Maryland Commerce:  Learn about programs and services for manufacturers offered by Commerce. Joyce with discuss the Governor’s proposed legislation on accelerated depreciation for new equipment and proposed new funding for PWQ -Partnership for Workforce Development training funds for workers.
Mac Mottley – Sparks Dynamics:  Mac will discuss the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) as it pertains to compressed air management, systems engineering, energy analysis and assistance with analytics development. Sparks Dynamics has a collaborative partnership with Honeywell to introduce a joint compressed air solution to the mid- to large-sized industrial plants.
Dr. Adam Porter – Fraunhofer USA, Fraunhofer Center for Experimental Software Engineering (CESE): CESE uses innovative techniques and tools in digitization of processes and the development of embedded software for smart products. CESE is focusing on guiding Maryland and U.S. manufacturers in the areas of IoT techniques.
Dr. Art Jacoby – Cyber Security Association On Maryland: Cyber Security Association On Maryland offers key resources to meet your Cyber Security needs. Art is a national leader who can connect you to key companies providing cyber security. RMI is a member of his group. Every manufacturer should lean how vulnerable companies are to cyber attacks.
Mike Raphael – Direct Dimensions*3D Scanning is very much part of the new technologies for manufacturers: Learn how digitized, complex shapes and spaces take on a new form of reality as CAD models. Direct Dimension has worked over the years with RMI to provide services to companies on 3D scanning and printing.
Mike Binko – Startup Maryland* Big Data, IoT/IoE, Data Analytics, Cloud – Unlock Profits From Your Corporate Data: Whether it is identifying/mitigating cyber risks or tapping value from historical or current business processes, manufacturers need to know what data assets are waiting to be leveraged. RMI has been partner in StartUp Maryland activities.
Chris Cosgrove – Ramp MD* 3D Printing Ramp MD: RAMP MD can connect you with high end 3D printing capabilities with the military at Aberdeen and Edgewood Arsenal, and to others in the industry. The #D printing capabilities are of the highest caliber. RMI serves on the RAMP MD Board of Directors.
Ed Mullin* – SC&H Group, IT Advisory Practice, Information Technology & The Internet of Things (IoT): The rapid speed of IT innovation and advancements in IoT are accelerators for your business. SC&H Group’s IT Advisory Services expert Ed Mullin will discuss how technological breakthroughs and the advent of IoT can help your organization to enhance efficiencies, reduce costs, and accelerate return-on-investment.

Registration Costs: $40.00 RMI member $55.00 Non Member
Contact:
Mike Galiazzo, RMI President
Regional Manufacturing Institute of Maryland
410-771-8111
rmi@comcast.net

Maryland MEP Event: Lean Kick Off 2017
2017-02-01 08:30 - 10:30 | Maryland Manufacturing Extension Partnership, 8894 Stanford Blvd. Suite 304, Columbia, MD, 21045, United States
Transformation Solutions will be facilitating the workshop: Lean Kick Off 2017 : Learn to operate cheaper, faster, better! This workshop will help you explore how the concepts and tools employed by Fortune 500 companies can be customized to you.

Networking & Breakfast
Opening Conversation – What does Lean mean to you?
Share Lean Success Stories & Testimonials
Share highlights of Lean Training Programs
Wrap-Up and Networking

ETC: Tech Talk
2017-01-31 16:00 - 17:30 | TechFire Incubator, 10000 New Hamshire Ave, Building 2, Floor 2, Silver Spring, MD, 20903, United States
Description:
Join us for a new monthly meet-up event to connect Army Research Lab patent holders with local tech business owners and entrepreneurs to learn about ARL intellectual property available for licensing and other collaborative and cooperative research opportunities to grow the local innovation ecosystem.
This month…

Hear ARL Researchers present vetted IP available for licensing and cooperative research
Explore a new, innovative online platform to discover ARL IP and other resources to support the local technology business community

Maryland Chamber of Commerce Legislative Reception
2017-01-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Lowes Annapolis Hotel, 126 West Street, Annapolis , MD, United States
Meet the General Assembly and the new President. Network with statewide business leaders. Support economic growth and job creation. Learn more and register right here.

MEDA Event: Economic Development Day in Annapolis
2017-01-24 08:00 - 13:00 | Miller Senate Building, Presidents Conference Center West, 11 Bladen Street, Annapolis, MD, United States
Coming together in Annapolis presents an opportunity to strengthen relationships with your senators and delegates. All members of the General Assembly will be invited by MEDA, but we encourage you to reach out to your local influencers, compelling them to learn about the specific aspirations for your region. Join us to solidify the importance of economic development, while showcasing its ability to transform lives, inspire innovation and enrich communities.
SHOWCASE YOUR ORGANIZATION BY SETTING UP A DISPLAY. Please contact Pam Ruff at pamr@medamd.com to reserve your space. SPACE IS LIMITED.
Event Highlights

Connect and communicate with the elected officials who directly influence your economic development initiatives
Hear from Secretary Mike Gill and others during presentation sessions
Mix and mingle over breakfast and lunch with fellow economic development professionals

This event is open to MEDA members, state legislators, and other state officials who will gather in recognition of the positive impact economic development makes on our state.
EVENT SCHEDULE
8:00am-9:30am
Continental Breakfast
9:30am-11:30am
Open Schedule (observe session)
12:00pm-1:00pm
Lunch and Presentations from:
Secretary Mike Gill, Senator Steve Hershey, County Executive Allan Kittleman and Paul Nolan, McCormick & Company, Inc.

Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation: Clean Tech Demo Day
2017-01-19 15:00 - 17:00 | Prince George’s County EDC Headquarters, 1801 McCormick Drive, Suite 140, Largo, MD, 20774, United States
Please join EDC as we partner with Potential Energy to present Clean Tech Demo Day.
All Building Owners & Investors are Invited to Attend!

Hear cutting edge and proven energy solutions
Reduce your costs by becoming more energy efficient
Increase cash flow
Increase competitiveness
Increase portfolio value

Space is limited! Reserve your seat today!
Call Crystal Ballard (301) 583-4650 or register online at www.pgcedc.com/events

Volunteer Maryland/Rural Maryland Council Information Session
2017-01-18 13:30 - 15:30 | Chesapeake Church, 6201 Solomons Island Rd, Huntingtown, MD, 20639, United States
Together, RMC and Volunteer Maryland will offer information sessions throughout the State for attendees to learn more about both organizations and the resources available to rural-serving organizations.
Come learn more about their programs and resources, including RMC’s  Maryland Agricultural Education and Rural Development Assistance Fund (MAERDAF) and Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF), and  Volunteer Maryland’s AmeriCorp service training program.
Join them at Chesapeake Church to learn about partnership with Volunteer Maryland as well as grants and other resources available through the Rural Maryland Council. This is also a great opportunity to connect with other organizations that engage volunteers and serve their communities. Register now! No paper tickets required.
For questions about the information sessions, please contact the RMC at 410.841.5772 or rmc.mda@maryland.gov.

Volunteer Maryland/Rural Maryland Council Information Session
2017-01-12 10:00 - 12:00 | New Hope Lutheran Church, 8575 Guilford Rd, Columbia, MD, 21046, United States
Together, RMC and Volunteer Maryland will offer information sessions throughout the State for attendees to learn more about both organizations and the resources available to rural-serving organizations.
Come learn more about their programs and resources, including RMC’s  Maryland Agricultural Education and Rural Development Assistance Fund (MAERDAF) and Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF), and  Volunteer Maryland’s AmeriCorp service training program.
Join them at New Hope Lutheran Church in Columbia to learn about partnership with Volunteer Maryland as well as grants and other resources available through the Rural Maryland Council. This is also a great opportunity to connect with other organizations that engage volunteers and serve their communities. Register now! No paper tickets required.
For questions about the information sessions, please contact the RMC at 410.841.5772 or rmc.mda@maryland.gov.

MEDA 2017 Winter Conference
2017-01-12 08:00 - 14:00 | Governor Calvert House, 58 State Circle, Annapolis, MD, 21401, United States
Public and private sector leaders share their thoughts on economic development-related legislation that will be considered by the Maryland General Assembly during the 2017 session.

Read the MEDA Winter Conference Agenda (PDF)
Click here to read the Fall Conference Meeting Minutes

Volunteer Maryland/Rural Maryland Council Information Session
2017-01-05 14:00 - 16:00 | Shepherd’s Clinic and Joy Wellness Center, 2800 Kirk Avenue , Baltimore , MD, 21218, United States
Together, RMC and Volunteer Maryland will offer information sessions throughout the State for attendees to learn more about both organizations and the resources available to rural-serving organizations.
Come learn more about their programs and resources, including RMC’s  Maryland Agricultural Education and Rural Development Assistance Fund (MAERDAF) and Rural Maryland Prosperity Investment Fund (RMPIF), and  Volunteer Maryland’s AmeriCorp service training program.
Join them at Shepherd’s Clinic and Joy Wellness Center to learn about partnership with Volunteer Maryland as well as grants and other resources available through the Rural Maryland Council. This is also a great opportunity to connect with other organizations that engage volunteers and serve their communities. Register now! No paper tickets required.
For questions about the information sessions, please contact the RMC at 410.841.5772 or rmc.mda@maryland.gov.

MEDA Event: Capital Holiday Gathering
2016-12-15 17:00 - 19:00 | Mellow Mushroom, 33 Maryland Avenue A, Rockville , MD, 20850, United States
Join us to mix and mingle in Rockville during MEDA’s Capital Holiday Gathering on December 15th.
Enjoy an evening at Mellow Mushroom chatting with fellow colleagues. We invite you to make personal connections that will foster a heightened sense of interconnectivity in our work. Together, we can take economic development to the next level, sharing the ideas and perspectives that transform lives in Maryland.
Two drink tickets and a catered menu will be available.
Ready to start connecting with your colleagues? Fill out the registration form below to let us know you’ll be attending.
